January 29, 2026

IMF Partners with Altitude Adventure Holidays for Kolkata's Let’s Talk Mountains Event

The Indian Mountaineering Foundation joins Altitude Adventure Holidays to organize Let’s Talk Mountains in Kolkata on February 1. The event guides Bengal tourists on safe, responsible mountain travel and highlights hidden hill destinations.

January 29, 2026

Pyramiden: The Frozen Soviet Ghost Town in Svalbard’s Arctic

Pyramiden, a once-bustling Soviet mining town in Svalbard, now stands abandoned but preserved. Visitors come for its eerie calm and Arctic history.

January 29, 2026

Greenland’s Inuit Reject Land Sale Amid US Interest, Stress Collective Ownership

Greenland’s indigenous Inuit say their land is shared, not for sale, opposing US President Trump's idea to buy the island. They emphasize a collective bond with the Arctic territory that has lasted 1,000 years.

January 29, 2026

Japan Tests Compact Home Water Systems to Beat Aging Pipes and Rising Costs

Rural Japan is adopting compact water systems like WOTA BOX that recycle greywater at home. This smart solution cuts reliance on public water networks as population falls and maintenance costs rise.

January 29, 2026

Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Stray Dogs Case, Pushes for Quick Shelter Approvals

The Supreme Court has reserved its decision on pleas to change orders on stray dogs. It urged faster action on approving animal shelters and highlighted issues with state compliance and rising dog bites.